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Sun Times in Macau
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Macau?
Sunrise in Macau on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:08 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Macau?
Sunset in Macau on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 9:02 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Macau?
Morning golden hour in Macau ends at 7:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:22 PM.
How long is the day in Macau?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Macau there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Macau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Macau at 2:06 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Macau?
In Macau, sunset is at 9:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Macau?
Twilight in Macau lasts approximately 112 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Macau?
The earliest sunrise in Macau in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 9 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Macau?
The latest sunset in Macau in 2026 is at 9:53 PM on June 22 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Macau?
After sunset at 9:02 PM in Macau, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Macau shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Macau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Macau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 8:03 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 7:18 AM | 8:47 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 9:24 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 9:51 PM | 15h 36m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 9:46 PM | 15h 16m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 9:09 PM | 14h 05m |
| September | 7:41 AM | 8:13 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 8:18 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 5:21 PM | 8h 48m |